Careers

As a college preparatory school, Brighter Horizons Academy recognizes the importance of not only educating future leaders, but ensuring a wholesome and professional administrative staff to support students and faculty to reach their fullest potential. We are committed to hiring qualified, professional teachers and administrators to lead our school. If you are dedicated to the success of students and Brighter Horizons Academy, email us your resume and cover letter. Brighter Horizons Academy does not discriminate in any employment practice on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, or veteran status.

10 Reasons to Work at BHA

1. There is so much to do at Brighter Horizons Academy, you will never get bored working.

2. You will have the opportunity to directly influence and inspire generations of students.

3. You’ll be motivated by the students you serve on a daily basis and find fulfillment and in the moments you spend with them.

4. You will be working in an Islamic environment, where you are able to hear the call to prayer and pray next to your students and faculty.

5. You will receive important benefits that are becoming scarce commodities in many professions such as health, dental and vision insurance.

6. You will be able working at the most reputable Islamic School in the nation and the largest accredited PreK-12th grade Islamic school in the south.

7. Your work schedule is synced with your kid(s) school schedule.

8. Employees receive a 20% discount on their kid(s) tuition.

9. You will receive Eid, thanksgiving, winter, spring and summer breaks to pursue your travel and family goals. Employees have the opportunity to travel, spend time with family, and achieve other career or personal goals.

10. You will receive mentorship from supervisors where you will be able to develop professionally, bringing you that much closer to achieving your career goals.

Middle and High School Social Studies Teacher

Instruct through lectures, discussions, and demonstrations, adapting teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students’ varying needs and interests in Social Studies.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Create instructional resources for use in the classroom

Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities

Create positive educational climate for students to learn in

Meet course and school-wide student performance goals

Participate in ongoing training sessions

Create lesson plans and modify accordingly throughout the year

Maintain grade books

Grade papers and perform other administrative duties as needed

Create projects designed to enhance lectures

Read and stay abreast of current topics in education

Create lesson plans

Utilize various curriculum resources

Integrate competencies, goals, and objectives into lesson plans

Utilize curricula that reflect the diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of the students served

Develop incentives to keep participants in class

Work with program coordinators to ensure initiatives are being met

Tutor students on an individual basis

Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities

Prepare and distribute required reports

Observe and evaluate student’s performance

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelors Degree

Texas teaching certificate

Previous experience preferred but not necessary for hiring

Elementary Teacher

Summary

The Elementary Teacher is responsible for instructing students in an elementary school from grades K-5. Creates lesson plans, administers praise and constructive criticism, instructs students on subjects such as science, literature, and math, and creates a well-rounded, comprehensive instructional program.

Primary Responsibilities

Create instructional resources for use in the classroom

Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities

Create positive educational climate for students to learn in

Meet course and school-wide student performance goals

Participate in ongoing training sessions

Create lesson plans and modify accordingly throughout the year

Maintain grade books

Grade papers and perform other administrative duties as needed

Create projects designed to enhance lectures

Read and stay abreast of current topics in education

Create lesson plans

Utilize various curriculum resources

Integrate competencies, goals, and objectives into lesson plans

Utilize curricula that reflect the diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of the students

Tutor students on an individual basis

Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities

Arabic Teacher

SUMMARY

The Arabic teacher is responsible for delivering the language acquisition course for selected grades, offering the best possible linguistic and academic educational experience to native Arabic students and to students with Arabic as another language.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Plan, initiate and guide the units of study in Arabic which involve speaking, listening, writing, and reading

Create and evaluate assessments of each student’s work and keep records updated

Communicate regularly and constructively with peers, administrators, students, and parents

Set and assign appropriate homework on a regular basis to reinforce student learning and to prepare them for further class activities

Use teaching methods engaging students, stimulating intellectual curiosity including the use of effective questioning, presentation and resources

Set high expectations for students behavior, establishing and maintaining a good standard of behavior management through well focused teaching and through positive and productive relationships as in accordance with the School’s policy and the IB standards

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree of related subject from accredited university

Texas teaching certificate

Experience is preferred

Islamic Studies Teacher

SUMMARY

The Islamic Studies teacher provides Islamic Studies instruction to students in grades ranging from Pre-K to 12th grade. This teacher creates an educational atmosphere where students are granted the opportunity to fulfill their potential of becoming knowledgeable and productive Muslims.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Implements instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences

Plans lessons and coordinates with other instructional staff

Develops a deep knowledge of the various curricula and explores the best ways in which to deliver content to the students

Sets and implements rules of discipline in accordance to the schools policies and the principal’s directives

Organizes extra-curricular activities related to the Islamic events and holidays

Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing, with students, parents, and staff on a regular basis in order to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships

Supports students and parents with alternate strategies and provides additional assistance with daily assignments and projects

Models spiritual maturity in leading students towards Islam and spiritual growth

Inculcates the kids with a sense of respect, order and self-discipline while encouraging them to be innovative and curious

Assumes responsibility for and demonstrates gains in student performance

Meets professional obligations through efficient work habits such as meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, coordinating with others, etc.

Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree of related subject from accredited university

Texas teaching certificate

Experience is preferred

Quran Teacher

SUMMARY

Qur’an Teachers Responsible for instructing students about Qur’an and the rules of tajweed for beginners, intermediate, and advanced Qur’an students.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Teaching students to read Quran with proper Tajweed

Helping students memorize Surahs

Developing a positive relationship with the students within the Islamic guidelines

Evaluate each student and create teaching strategies based on the individual’s pace

Tracking progress of each child and maintaining records

Grade students’ work and perform administrative duties where needed

Tutor students on an individual basis

Manage student behavior in the classroom by using approved disciplinary procedures

Maintain grade books

QUALIFICATIONS

Must have knowledge of Makharij and tajweed and be able to teach the students. Demonstrate the ability to teach basic Islamic curriculum. Must be proficient in English language. Must be legally authorized to work in United States. Bachelor’s degree of related subject from accredited university. Texas teaching certificate. Experience is preferred but not necessary for hiring.

Teacher Aide (TA)

SUMMARY

The TA is responsible for assisting the classroom teacher in the general supervision and management of the children. The TA must have a warm and friendly personality, be sensitive to the feelings and needs of others and be able to relate very well with children and colleagues. The TA is required to fulfill responsibilities in accordance with the Academy’s educational philosophy and shall be able to speak, read and write English fluently.

Responsibilities shall include, but not limited to the following:

Clocking in by 7:30 and clocking out no earlier than 4:00 with a 1 hour unpaid break per day

Assisting in the implementation of the daily program under the direction of the teacher

Assisting in planning and preparing the learning environment; setting up the centers,

preparing needed materials and supplies for the next day, and updating bulletin boards

Supervising the classroom when the teacher is out of the room

Treating all students with dignity and respect

Maintaining confidentiality about students, their families and employees

Supervising students during lunch and recess time, arrival/drop off time, dismissal time, Wudu, Prayer, playground activities, after care, and after school activities (as needed)

Serve as a greeter at the main entrance ensuring that visitors follow proper sign-in procedures and offer assistance by giving directions and answering questions

Keep building and grounds clear of people not on official school business

Monitor students during bell periods or class changes

Escort violators or school policy offenders to school authorities and assists administration as needed

Assume evacuation drill/lock down responsibilities as assigned by supervisor

Assume traffic and parking lot responsibilities as assigned by supervisor

Assist, as directed by school authorities, in stopping disturbances and undue distractions

Confer with the Dean of Student Affairs on matters of concern

Attend safety and other meetings as requested by the Leadership Team

Prepare and submit written reports of security and discipline violations as required by any member of the Leadership Team

Assist in the supervision and execution of the loading and unloading of students on school buses

Perform all other duties as may be assigned by supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to speak, read, write and understand basic English as well as to follow written and oral directions given in English

Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship of legal resident alien status

Ability to work with students, parents and faculty

Knowledge and understanding of children

Ability to be flexible

Self-motivated

Librarian/Media Specialist

SUMMARY

This position manages the library collection and performs a variety of media center responsibilities,
including working with groups of students in developing media skills and maintaining the school’s
literary collection.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential duties of this position include the following. Employees in this position perform some or all of
the following tasks. Other duties may be assigned.
1. Follows and maintains knowledge of all District policy(ies) and procedures.
2. Troubleshoots all audio-visual (A/V) equipment.
3. Knows and uses Dewey Decimal System.
4. Catalogs and processes new books and equipment.
5. Repairs, covers and binds damaged books.
6. Screens, selects, orders, organizes and circulates all types of instructional material(s) and
equipment.
7. Encourages staff and students to access library/media center and its resources.
8. Plans, develops and encourages selection and purchase of age/interest appropriate literary and
media materials in collaboration with students and staff.
9. Evaluates continuously the media program and plans ahead for future growth and development
with the building administration and teachers.
10. Supervises students during library visits.
11. Prepares materials as needed for instruction.
12. Processes check-ins and check-outs of books, periodicals, reference materials and audio-visual
(A/V) equipment to staff and students before, during and after school.
13. Coordinates and sets-up of special events and book fairs in the library.
14. Works with students in groups or individuals in the development of media and computer skills
through help with reference work, selection of books and online reference searches.
15. Maintains circulation records for library books, reference materials, periodicals and textbook
depository.
16. Inventories, orders and stocks library supplies, as needed.
17. Maintains current records, tracking over-due and lost books, creating accounts for patrons and
managing student library cards.
18. Performs general office duties including answering phones, directing calls and taking messages as
appropriate, greeting the public, typing, copying, filing, sorting materials and general
correspondence.
19. Takes all responsible precautions to provide for health and safety of the students and to protect
equipment, materials and facilities.
20. Promptly reports any serious accident or illness affecting students in the teacher’s charge or any
incident which might affect the school, teachers or students therein.
21. Assists administration in implementing policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
22. Professionally represents the school and the District in interactions with parents, staff and
students and resolves conflict in a professional manner.
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23. Maintains appropriate certifications and training hours as required.
24. Complies with applicable District, state, local and federal laws, rules and regulations.
25. Attends work regularly and is punctual.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.

 Education and/or Experience: Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) or equivalent from four-year
college or university or equivalent. Master’s degree (M.S. in Library Media or a (M.L.S.)
Masters of Library Science) or equivalent strongly preferred. Must be highly qualified under
the reauthorized ESEA. Prior successful experience working in a library or school setting and
teaching students strongly preferred.
 Computer Skills: General knowledge of computer usage and ability to use database
software, accounting software, internet software, e-mail, spreadsheets and word processing
software. Ability to provide basic computer, A/V equipment and hardware troubleshooting.
Ability to proficiently use the following programs strongly preferred: MS Word, MS Excel,
Google Documents, and MS Outlook. Ability to type accurately and proficiently.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee
is frequently required to walk; stand; sit; use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel and reach with
hands and arms using a keyboard and video display terminal. The employee is occasionally required to
stoop, kneel or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally
up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, ability
to adjust focus and peripheral vision.

Administrative Assistant

Summary

Manages a school office, performs administrative assistance for a school administrator and is responsible for the supervision of the clerical activities of a school.

Primary Responsibilities

Plans, establishes, and supervises the implementation of clerical procedures in a school office to insure timely preparation and submission of reports, records, studies, letters, and other materials

Supervises clerical work related to such matters as attendance, curriculum, personnel, organization, budgeting, accidents, student grades, and special programs

Performs secretarial duties for a principal by arranging appointments, maintaining an appointment calendar, receiving visitors, screening telephone calls and mail, and composing communications from general instructions or rough notes

Utilizes and supervises the use of applications software to conduct school business including attendance, personnel matters, and secretarial duties

Reviews communications, bulletins, reports, and other items and obtains information from a variety of sources as requested by the administrator in order to advise on necessary actions and to provide information to school personnel, parents, students, and others

Requests available teachers to cover classes during absences of regular or substitute teachers and maintains related records

Orients new and substitute teachers, parent groups, volunteers, and aides in school and office administrative policies and procedures and issues materials, such as daily bulletins, programs, and keys

Advises school administrators on office procedures, layout, equipment, and staffing, and on policies and procedures related to the clerical staff

May oversee students waiting in the main office of the school

May provide guidance to volunteers and others working in the school office

May prepare and proofread class schedules and other materials and supervise their mailing and distribution

Performs related duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years experience in an administrative position

Human Resources Administrator

Position Description:

Under the supervision of the Operation Manager and in cooperation with other BHA administration, the Director of Human Resources is responsible for providing comprehensive personnel, employee, labor relations, and administrative services to staff and for responding to the emerging need for human resources development.

Acts as liaison between employees, insurance providers and to resolve benefit related problems and ensure effective utilization of plans and positive employee relations.

Provides administrative support to the human resources function as needed (e.g. correspondence generation, record keeping, and file maintenance).

Ensures plans are administered in accordance with federal and state regulations and plan provisions are followed.

Performs other HR generalist duties as assigned.

Essential Functions

Administers health and welfare plans including enrollments and terminations. Processes required documents through payroll and insurance providers to ensure accurate record keeping and proper deductions. Serves as the Cobra Administrator for company.

Conducts new employee orientations to ensure employees gain an understanding of benefit plans and enrollment provisions. Counsels employees (and potential employees/applicants) on plan provisions so that individuals can make informed benefit decisions. This includes all levels of employees including executives.

Manages annual open enrollment period during the month of May. Arranges for distribution of materials from carriers, assists with, communicating changes to employees and arranges for on-site representation by providers. Conducts employee presentations. Processes changes within deadlines.

Processes monthly billings from insurance providers. Reviews billings for accuracy, codes and advances for payment. Resolves discrepancies with carriers, payroll and the company. Completes reports for management as requested.

Acts as liaison with various insurance carriers and fosters effective relationships with client representatives.

Acts as a resource for Payroll/HR contacts to ensure their understanding and compliance with benefit and HR policies and regulations. Keeps management advised of potential problem areas and recommends/implements solutions as appropriate.

Prepares government reports related to EEO compliance and other HR functions.

Writes, revises, edits and proofreads company policies & procedures and related documents as needed. Uses electronic benefits bulletin board and other vehicles to communicate information. Produces the Company telephone directory.

Conducts exit interviews in absence of supervisor.

Performance Factors

Attendance and Dependability: The employee can be depended on to report to work at the scheduled time and is seldom absent from work. Employee can be depended upon to complete work in a timely, accurate, and thorough manner and is conscientious, about assignments.

Communication and Contact: The employee communicates effectively both verbally and in writing with superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the Company.

Relationships with Others: The employee works effectively and relates well with others Including superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the Company. The employee exhibits a professional manner in dealing with others and works, to maintain constructive working relationships.

Compile payroll data such as garnishments, vacation time and insurance deductions.

Review electronic time clocks and review information for completeness and accuracy.

Contact various department supervisors for any missing times.

Process monthly payroll data to Payroll Company.

Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional

Strong knowledge and understanding of insurance regulations, plan designs and third party record keeping/administration required.

Familiarity with COBRA, ERISA, FMLA and related state and federal regulations required.

This document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

School Nurse

SUMMARY

The employee identifies and treats health disorders among students and provides instruction in the maintenance of good health and disease prevention. The employee must evaluate the physical conditions of students and refer students to appropriate resources as needed. Decisions made by this employee require discretionary judgment and analysis. Errors may not be easily discernible and may result in serious impact on the individual child and others.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Develops policies, procedures and work standards for school health program.

Monitors compliance of school health program with federal, state and local laws, regulations and policies.

Working knowledge of public health problems and procedures for treatment in coordination with other health and social service agencies.

Qualifications

Completion of training necessary for licensing as a registered nurse

Experience in pediatrics and/or public health nursing preferred but not necessary

Certified by the American Nurses’ Association (ANA) or the National Association of School Nurses (NASN) a plus

P.E. Teacher

SUMMARY

The PE Teacher is employed to work closely with the school principals and or Athletic Director to develop and deliver a PE program across the school that is both educational and physically beneficial. They are expected to play a full role in both programs and contribute to the wider school community where possible.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• To further raise the profile, participation levels and enjoyment of the PE program
• Encourage students to develop their skills in a variety of sports and extracurricular activities
• Conducting instructional classes
• Help to organize and coordinate extensive programs of extracurricular activities
• Responsible for the delivery and planning of quality skills-based PE lessons following the instructional methods developed in coordination of the principals
• Responsible for equipment preparation for lessons, equipment inventory, and the maintenance of PE equipment and resources
• Work as part of the teaching team; attend and contribute to team and staff meetings
• Understand and apply school policies
• Carry out safety procedures and help to safeguard students as prescribed by school policy
• Attend training as requested by the school

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree of related subject from accredited university

Texas teaching certificate preferred

Experience is preferred but not necessary for hiring

Athletics Coaches

As the first school to join TAPPS and compete against other Texas private schools, we are looking for coaches who can motivate our athletes to success. Sports for which we need coaches include boys and girls basketball, boys and girls soccer, volleyball, track and field, cross country, and golf.

Qualifications & Responsibilities

Experience in the sport for which you are applying

Ability to motivate and coach students

Ability to travel with the team to away games

Commitment to practices

Ability to comply with TAPPS rules and regulations

Full-Time Substitute

Summary

A Full-time Substitute (also referred to as “Super Sub”) is responsible for providing classroom coverage for a teacher who is absent. Also assigned tasks as needed by principal. This is a full time position.

Responsibilities

Ensuring student safety.

Teaching when a teacher is absent.

Following lesson plans left by the teacher. This will assure continuity of instruction for the students.